chimpanzee

A chimpanzee is a type of monkey that is closely related to humans. Chimpanzees are the closest living relatives of humans, and they share a lot of our same characteristics.

  • chimps are very social animals, and they often live in groups.

  • chimps are very intelligent, and they are able to learn new things quickly.

Definition of chimpanzee

noun

intelligent somewhat arboreal ape of equatorial African forests

Synonyms:

chimp, pan troglodytes

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Example Sentences for chimpanzee

  • 1

    Among the predators of these monkeys is the Common Chimpanzee.

  • 2

    The other is the Common Chimpanzee.

  • 3

    About the chimpanzees, you miss the point.

  • 4

    The social behaviors of chimpanzees and bonobos are different.

  • 5

    A troupe of chimpanzees emerged from the forest beyond the river.

  • 6

    One of the first findings at the center concerned chimpanzee vocalizations.

  • 7

    He is also the founder and president of the Wild Chimpanzee Foundation.

  • 8

    The brain of a chimpanzee is about half the size of the human brain.

  • 9

    The chimpanzee is believed to be the closest living relative of human beings.

  • 10

    The grips of the chimpanzee therefore differ profoundly from these of humans.